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St-Pierre reveals three conditions he set for UFC before Anderson Silva superfight could happen
Georges St-Pierre has disclosed that the UFC approached him only once about a superfight with Anderson Silva, and after he submitted three conditions — better compensation, a catchweight bout, and drug testing — the promotion never followed up.
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Liverpool lead four-club race for Iraola with Elphick demand shaping Anfield talks
Liverpool are frontrunners to appoint Andoni Iraola as Arne Slot's replacement, with sporting director Richard Hughes leading negotiations. The Spaniard is expected to request that former Bournemouth assistant Tommy Elphick joins him at Anfield.
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Henderson calls for collective sacrifice as England acclimatise in Florida ahead of World Cup
Jordan Henderson has urged England to embrace sacrifice and hard work as the squad completes a 12-day training camp in Palm Beach, Florida, ahead of their World Cup opener against Croatia on June 17.
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Daniel Marcos confirms PFL signing after surprise UFC release with 5-1 record
Peruvian bantamweight Daniel Marcos has signed with the Professional Fighters League after being released by the UFC, where he went 5-1 with one no contest. Marcos confirmed the move on Instagram, though PFL has yet to make a formal announcement.
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Bath Rugby's first Cup-winning captain Roger Spurrell dies aged 71
Roger Spurrell, the flanker who captained Bath to their first two John Player Cup victories in 1984 and 1985, has died aged 71. A Hall of Fame inductee, Spurrell made 206 appearances for the club and is credited with laying the foundations of Bath's dominant era.
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Gaethje fires back at 'annoying little bastard' Topuria ahead of UFC White House lightweight title fight
Justin Gaethje has sharpened his pre-fight rhetoric against Ilia Topuria, mocking the champion's personality and referencing his recent divorce. The two meet for the undisputed lightweight title at UFC White House on June 14.
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Man United target Osimhen but Galatasaray's £65m price tag and wages pose hurdles
Manchester United have identified Victor Osimhen as a priority striker target this summer, according to reports, though Galatasaray are reluctant to sell and the Nigerian's £13m-per-year wages could complicate any deal. Atletico Madrid are also in the frame.
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Scott Coker names six-person executive team for new MMA promotion launching in 2027
Scott Coker has revealed the leadership structure for his unnamed new MMA promotion, appointing six executives including former Bellator and Strikeforce talent scout Rich Chou and UFC-era television architect Kevin Kay. The venture, backed by $60 million in financing, is expected to launch in 2027.
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Watkins credits Tuchel snub as the spark behind his World Cup call-up
Ollie Watkins says being dropped by England boss Thomas Tuchel for March's friendlies was a "blessing in disguise", responding with six goals in five games to secure his place in the squad for this summer's World Cup in the United States.
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Aston Villa determined to keep Morgan Rogers despite Arsenal's growing interest
Aston Villa are set to resist attempts to sign Morgan Rogers after the England playmaker scored in their Europa League final victory and registered 10 Premier League goals this season. Arsenal are among several clubs pursuing the 22-year-old, though any sale would require a club-record fee.
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Curry and Jibulu return as Sanderson considers Roebuck at centre again for Sale finale
Sale Sharks head coach Alex Sanderson has confirmed that England flanker Tom Curry and hooker Nathan Jibulu will return to the squad for Saturday's final Gallagher Premiership match against Bristol Bears, while hinting that Tom Roebuck could again start at outside centre.
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F1 Commission fails to agree on 2027 engine split but approves extra testing day
Tuesday's Formula 1 Commission meeting ended without consensus on the proposed 60/40 internal combustion engine split for 2027, as technical and financial disagreements persist among power unit manufacturers. The meeting did approve a fourth day of pre-season winter testing for next year.
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John Barnes reveals prostate cancer diagnosis and surgery in call for greater awareness
Former Liverpool and England winger John Barnes, 62, has disclosed that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer and had his prostate removed, telling Times Radio he is now 'fine' and urging men — particularly Black men — to overcome the stigma around seeking treatment.
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Scott Coker names six executives for new MMA promotion launching in January 2027
Scott Coker has revealed the leadership team for his new MMA promotion, which is backed by $60 million in financing and targeting a January 2027 debut. Former Bellator and Strikeforce matchmaker Rich Chou headlines the six-person executive group.
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CAS upholds Fifa fines against Mexico for anti-gay chant ahead of World Cup
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has dismissed Mexico's appeal against Fifa fines totalling 140,000 Swiss francs for an anti-gay chant by fans, ruling days before Mexico hosts South Africa at the Azteca Stadium on 11 June.
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Alex Pereira takes on A24 horror role as The Butcher in Onslaught trailer
UFC star Alex Pereira has been revealed in the trailer for A24's upcoming action-horror-thriller Onslaught, in which he plays a character called The Butcher. The film is scheduled for release on September 4.
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England begin World Cup preparations in Florida with 21 players on the pitch
Thomas Tuchel's England squad held their first training session in the United States on Tuesday, with 21 of 26 selected players taking part in West Palm Beach. The five European finalists from Arsenal and Crystal Palace were absent after their respective finals last week.
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Ellie Kildunne to leave Harlequins after five years and 52 tries
England full-back Ellie Kildunne will depart Harlequins at the end of the 2025/26 Premiership Women's Rugby season. The 26-year-old, who scored 52 tries in 60 appearances since joining in 2021, said she is 'gutted to be leaving' the Twickenham Stoop.
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O'Malley admits he froze near Pereira as Hokit claims UFC White House solidarity
Sean O'Malley has conceded he should have backed Josh Hokit during a press conference confrontation with Alex Pereira and Ilia Topuria in Newark, joking he was too intimidated by Pereira's knockout power to speak up. Both fighters share the UFC Freedom 250 card on June 14.
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Islam Dulatov returns at UFC Fight Night 282 to face Wellington Turman in Abu Dhabi
Islam Dulatov, the Chechen-born German welterweight who left a modeling career with Versace and Gucci to pursue MMA, is scheduled to fight Wellington Turman at UFC Fight Night 282 on July 25 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
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